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Sutter County Criminal Defense Attorney

Local counsel where you need it. We defend criminal, DUI and family law cases at the Sutter County Superior Court and throughout Sutter County.

Plain-English Overview

Charged in Sutter County? Your case will most likely move through the Sutter County Superior Court, where the local judges, prosecutors, and procedures all have their own rhythm. Familiarity matters, and we practice in these courts.

As a Shasta County native and former prosecutor, Timothy Prentiss brings local, insider knowledge to your defense, serving Yuba City, Live Oak, and the surrounding communities.

How We Help

Full-service defense, close to home.

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Criminal & DUI

Felonies, misdemeanors, drug charges and DUIs, defended at the Yuba City courthouse.

02

Family Law

Divorce, custody, support and restraining orders for Sutter County families.

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Civil Litigation

Real civil disputes resolved with trial-tested strategy and local know-how.

The Local Court Process

How a Sutter County case unfolds.

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Charges Filed

The Sutter County DA files charges; you’re notified of your court date.

02

Arraignment

Your first appearance at the Yuba City courthouse. We enter your plea.

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Pretrial & Motions

We negotiate with the DA and challenge the evidence against you.

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Resolution or Trial

A favorable outcome, or a determined defense before a jury.

Your Attorney

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Timothy M. Prentiss II, Esq.

Founding Attorney · Shasta County Native

Tim grew up in the North State, interned at the Shasta County Public Defender’s Office, and later served as a prosecutor before founding the firm. He has defended hundreds of clients in these very courtrooms. Local roots, real trial experience.

Schedule a Consultation

Talk to a Sutter County attorney today.

Free and confidential. Available in English, Español & Punjabi.

(530) 691-0245

PRENTISS LAW
& Associates, Inc.

Steady counsel for the North State’s hardest cases. DUI, criminal defense, family law & civil litigation.

Experience · Resources · Results

Serving clients in English, Español & ਪੰਜਾਬੀ

Offices

Redding

1600 Oregon St
Redding, CA 96001

Chico

196 Cohasset Rd, Suite 260
Chico, CA 95926

(530) 691-0245

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